Oklahoma § 69-314 - Legal advisors
Full text of Oklahoma Oklahoma Statutes § 69-314 — Legal advisors, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 69-314. Legal advisors
The Director shall, with the advice and consent of the
Commission, appoint such attorneys as may be necessary for the
handling of all legal services for the Commission and the
Department. The attorneys shall be the legal advisors for the
Commission and the Director, and are hereby authorized to appear for
and represent the Department in any and all litigation that may
arise in the discharge of its duties, and advise it upon all legal
matters pertaining to the Department. The attorneys and, in
addition, the Attorney General, are further authorized to appear for
and represent officers and employees of the Department and the
Commission in any civil suits brought against such officers and
employees in their individual capacities upon alleged causes of
action which arose from acts or omissions of such officers and
employees within the scope of their official duties.
The salaries for the attorneys, other than the Attorney General,
shall be fixed by the Commission and shall be payable monthly out of
the State Highway Construction and Maintenance Fund.
Laws 1968, c. 415, § 314, operative July 1, 1968; Laws 1976, c. 19,
§ 1, emerg. eff. March 2, 1976.
Source: official Oklahoma text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Oklahoma § 69-314
What does Oklahoma Statutes § 69-314 cover?
Section 69-314 ("Legal advisors") is part of the Oklahoma Statutes, the codified statutory law of Oklahoma. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Oklahoma § 69-314?
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Is this the official text of Oklahoma law?
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How does Oklahoma § 69-314 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Oklahoma can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
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